-- CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:
NRG Energy reported Q1 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.49, declining 44.4% Y/Y and missing consensus estimates of $1.73 by 14%, as integration challenges from the LS Power acquisition offset operational gains. Revenue surged 19.5% to $10.3B from the 13 GW of acquired assets, but adjusted EBITDA declined 4.1% to $1.08B due to integration costs, mild Texas weather, and higher supply expenses. The transformational LS Power transaction doubled generation capacity but created near-term headwinds as benefits were offset by operational complexities. Management reaffirmed 2026 guidance with adjusted EPS of $7.90-$9.90 and adjusted EBITDA of $5.3B-$5.8B, expressing confidence in strategic benefits as integration progresses. Texas segment EBITDA declined 27.8% to $216M due to reduced heating demand, while Vivint Smart Home grew 5.0% to $294M. Free cash flow turned negative at $(66)M versus $293M in the prior year, though liquidity of $3.3B remains adequate despite declining from $9.6B at year-end 2025.